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Blanc with crown of Brittany - Charles VIII ND
| Billon (.359 silver) | 2.846 g | 26.5 mm |
| Issuer | France |
|---|---|
| King | Charles VIII (1483-1498) |
| Type | Standard circulation coin |
| Years | 1491-1498 |
| Value | 1 Douzain (1⁄20 LT) |
| Currency | Livre tournois (1204-1795) |
| Composition | Billon (.359 silver) |
| Weight | 2.846 g |
| Diameter | 26.5 mm |
| Shape | Round (irregular) |
| Technique | Hammered |
| Demonetized | Yes |
| Updated | 2024-10-04 |
| Numista | N#8636 |
|---|---|
| Rarity index | 83% |
Reverse
Cross cantoned at 1 and 4 with a lily, at 2 and 3 with a crowned ermine spot, an R in the heart of the cross, all within a double quatrefoil.
Script: Latin (uncial)
Lettering: ✠ : SIT: nOmEn: DnI: BEnEDICTVm:
Lettering (regular font): ✠ : SIT: NOMEN: DNI: BENEDICTVM:
Translation: Blessed be the name of the Lord.
Comment
issue from 1491 Interesting fact
One interesting fact about the Standard circulation coin Blanc with crown of Brittany - Charles VIII ND (1491-1498) from France made of Billon (.359 silver) weighing 2.846 g is that it was minted during a time of great change and upheaval in France. Charles VIII, who ruled from 1483 to 1498, was the first French king to issue coins with his own name and title, and this coin was part of a series of reforms he implemented to stabilize the French economy and strengthen the monarchy. Despite the challenges of the time, including wars with neighboring countries and internal power struggles, Charles VIII was able to achieve some significant successes during his reign, including the annexation of Brittany, which is represented on the coin by the crown of Brittany.
